MacKenzie King are working with a well established business based in Ipswich, to recruit a Management Accountant on a 3-6 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to support the business through a busy period, taking ownership of the management accounts process and providing meaningful financial insight to support decision-making.

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Prepare and produce monthly management accounts with supporting analysis and commentary
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies
• Produce weekly and monthly financial reporting packs for senior management
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities
• Monitor cash flow and support cashflow forecasting
• Maintain data accuracy across financial systems and reporting platforms
• Assist with audit preparation and ensure compliance with financial controls
• Identify and implement process improvements within the finance function
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to improve business results
• Review financial processes and controls to ensure efficiency and accuracy

Qualifications and experience

• ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience
• Proven experience preparing management accounts within a commercial environment
• Strong understanding of core accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Confident user of Excel and accounting systems
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Proactive, reliable, and solution-focused approach
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business
• Able to provide commercial insight and challenge where appropriate

“A great opportunity to support a busy finance function through a busy period.”

To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Ted at MacKenzie King.

Reference: 887618